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Mounts Botanical Garden is a botanical garden in West Palm Beach, Florida, USA. It is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest public garden with over 2,000 species of tropical and subtropical plants from six continents, including plants native to Florida, exotic trees, herbs, citrus, and palms. Its eighteen plant collections represent arid-land plants to aquatics to edible landscapes, and range from temperate North American trees to rare tropical fruits.

The Garden began as a 3.5 acre (1.4 hectare) County site for pasturing 4-H horses, named in honor of Marvin “Red” Mounts. Planting of tropical fruit trees started in 1954, and over the years today’s 14 acres (5.7 hectares) botanical garden has emerged. It also has a hedge maze. The biggest plant sales are in April and November. This Garden is also the location of where the Palm Beach Chapter of The Rare Fruit Council International meets every month for their monthly meetings. Mounts Botanical Garden is open to the public Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Features a pond with fish, turtles, and other wildlife. Visitors can also stroll the walkways lined with labeled plants.

531 N. Military Trail
West Palm Beach, Florida
561-233-1749
Type of Admission: Free

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Spanish River Park

There is a mile and a half of beachfront in this 95-acre park, which runs from the ocean to the Intracoastal. A good place to swim and sun, as well as fish, walk, run, canoe or kayak. Designated surfing area on north end. Directions: Take Yamato Road east to Federal Highway, south to Spanish River Boulevard, then east to Ocean Boulevard and a short distance south.

Facilities: Restrooms, showers, picnic shelters with grills, nature path and large playground. The boat dock is closed and in the process of being rebuilt. Ten pavilions are available for rental; call 561-393-7815. A beach wheelchair is available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Inquire at the Spanish River Gatehouse when you enter the park. Note: no nearby restaurants or cafes.

Lifeguards: On duty from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Rules: No alcohol, no pets. No fishing between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. when bathers are present.

3001 N. State Rd.
Route A1A
Boca Raton, FL

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Things to do in the park
Glass bottom boat trips, island excursions, snorkeling adventures, canoe trips, Ranger talks, Family Fun Fest, underwater videos, displays and art exhibits… Biscayne National Park offers a variety of ways to help you get to know and enjoy the natural and cultural wonders of your national park.

Did You Know?
When exploring Biscayne National Park’s coral reefs, don’t forget to slow down and take note of some of the small wonders. Turtles, sharks and shipwrecks are great, but don’t miss flamingo tongue snails, Christmas tree worms and mermaid’s wineglasses.

How to get there From the North

Convoy Point can be reached from either the Florida Turnpike or from US-1.
* From the Florida Turnpike: Take the Florida Turnpike south, to Exit 6 (Speedway Blvd.). Turn left from exit ramp and continue south to S.W. 328th Street (North Canal Drive). Turn left and continue to the end of the road. It is approximately five miles, and the entrance is on the left.
* From US-1: Drive south to Homestead. Turn left on SW 328th Street (North Canal Drive), and continue to the end of the road. It is approximately nine miles, and the entrance is on the left.
How to get there
From the South

Traveling on US-1 (Overseas Highway), drive north to Homestead. Turn right on SW 328th Street (North Canal Drive — first light after Florida Turnpike entrance), and continue to the end of the road. The entrance is approximately nine miles on the left.
Address:
9700 SW 328 Street
Homestead, Florida 33033

Staycation Directory is a personal courtesy, I compile the venues on my own time for your convenience. Sorry if you area is not yet covered. If you have a staycation idea or know a cool place that you would like to share with us? We are looking for some great local ideas especially for your hometown!
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